In a momentous celebration of Women’s Month, TopNewsAsia, Rising Tigers Magazine, and InCharge Magazine proudly recognized Loida Nicolas Lewis with the “Powerful Women Award” for her remarkable achievements and influence in business, philanthropy, and advocacy. The prestigious award was presented by Grace Bondad Nicolas, the first Filipina and woman President of the American Association of the Philippines, during the highly anticipated event “A Powerful Talk with Loida Nicolas Lewis” at the Shangri-La Hotel, Makati.
The event was attended by some of the country’s most influential personalities, including Makati Mayor Abby Binay, His Excellency Malaysia Ambassador Dato Abdul Malik Melvin Castelino, DOJ Undersecretary Margarita Gutierrez, DOT Assistant Secretary Sharlene Batin, Senator Robin Padilla, Anna Magkawas, Tessa Prieto, Becky Garcia, Cory Quirino, Mildred Vitangcol, and Andria Terese Nicolas, who had the honor of introducing Loida Nicolas Lewis.
Alongside Lewis, Becky Garcia, Tessa Prieto, and Anna Magkawas were also honored with the “Powerful Women in the Philippines” Award, recognizing their impact and contributions to society.
A Legacy of Leadership and Empowerment
Loida Nicolas Lewis, a trailblazing businesswoman, legal expert, and advocate for good governance, has made history multiple times. She is the first Filipina and Asian woman to pass the New York Bar Exam without studying law in the U.S. and later became the first Filipina and Asian woman CEO of a Fortune 500 company, TLC Beatrice International, after the untimely passing of her husband, Wall Street financier Reginald F. Lewis.
She is also a celebrated author, activist, and philanthropist, co-founding the National Federation of Filipino American Associations (NaFFAA) and winning a landmark discrimination case that led to the integration of the U.S. Immigration Services. In 2024, President Joe Biden nominated her to the Board of Directors of the Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC), and in recognition of her contributions, the State of New York proclaimed December 20, 2024, as Loida Nicolas Lewis Day.
An Inspiring Night of Women’s Empowerment
During her talk, Loida Nicolas Lewis shared powerful insights on resilience, leadership, and integrity, inspiring the audience to break barriers, uplift communities, and lead with purpose. The event served as a reminder of the strength and influence of women in leadership, creating a space for meaningful dialogue, collaboration, and inspiration.
With TopNewsAsia, Rising Tigers Magazine, and InCharge Magazine at the forefront of celebrating excellence, this gathering set the stage for future conversations honoring the powerful women shaping the world today.
